Can you use The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% with CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Serum?
Yes
Their key actives have no known conflict.
Based on 3 active-ingredient pairings, listed below.
How to use them
- Apply the thinner, more watery product first, then the thicker one.
- Finish with moisturizer, and sunscreen in the morning.
Every active pairing checked
| Actives | Verdict | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Niacinamide + Ceramides | Yes | Yes. Niacinamide and Ceramides can be used together. |
| Niacinamide + Retinol | Yes | Yes. Niacinamide is one of the best partners for retinol. |
| Niacinamide + Hyaluronic Acid | Yes | Yes. Niacinamide and hyaluronic acid are one of the safest combinations in skincare. |
What's in each product
Key actives
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%
Actives read from the published ingredient list (as transcribed on INCIDecoder). Formulas change; check your bottle.
Key actives
CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Serum
Actives read from the published ingredient list (as transcribed on INCIDecoder). Formulas change; check your bottle.
Sources
- Efficacy of ceramides and niacinamide-containing moisturizer versus hydrophilic cream in combination with topical anti-acne treatment in mild to moderate acne vulgaris: a split-face RCT. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2024.
- Bissett DL, et al. Niacinamide: a B vitamin that improves aging facial skin appearance. Dermatol Surg. 2005;31(7 Pt 2):860-865.
- Meckfessel MH, Brandt S. The structure, function, and importance of ceramides in skin and their use as therapeutic agents in skin-care products. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2014;71(1):177-184.
- Kafi R, et al. Improvement of naturally aged skin with vitamin A (retinol). Arch Dermatol. 2007;143(5):606-612.
- Papakonstantinou E, Roth M, Karakiulakis G. Hyaluronic acid: a key molecule in skin aging. Dermatoendocrinol. 2012;4(3):253-258.
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Reviewed by the Does It Mix editorial team
Last reviewed . Product verdicts combine our ingredient-pair verdicts for each product's key actives. We are not affiliated with these brands. Methodology.